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Denver Housing Market Shifts: Buyer’s Paradise Emerges

9/4/2025

Summary

Story summary

Denver's housing market has transitioned to a buyer's market, with 17,000 homes for sale in July 2025, a 30% increase from last year.
The median home price is $585,000, down 0.8% year-over-year, yet above pre-pandemic levels.
Home purchase cancellations exceeded 15% in July, the highest rate since 2017, due to rising costs.
Increased inventory is driven by new construction, especially in the condo market, which saw a 116.8% rise in listings.
Regional disparities exist, with the Midwest and Northeast experiencing more competition from lower inventory levels.

History

Historical Context

The 2008 financial crisis, triggered by a collapse in the subprime mortgage market, led to a national housing market downturn, with home prices plummeting by 30%. In response, the Federal Reserve maintained low interest rates, fostering a recovery. Today, Denver's housing market reflects this legacy, with 17,000 homes for sale and a median price of $585,000, highlighting ongoing regional disparities in housing availability.

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Story summary

Denver's housing market has transitioned to a buyer's market, with 17,000 homes for sale in July 2025, a 30% increase from last year.
The median home price is $585,000, down 0.8% year-over-year, yet above pre-pandemic levels.
Home purchase cancellations exceeded 15% in July, the highest rate since 2017, due to rising costs.
Increased inventory is driven by new construction, especially in the condo market, which saw a 116.8% rise in listings.
Regional disparities exist, with the Midwest and Northeast experiencing more competition from lower inventory levels.

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